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Evidence-based procedures, such as computer-based instruction, have been used to train staff to implement behavioral technologies with high treatment integrity. The purpose of the present study was to address the gaps in Romer et al. (2021) by assessing the same computer-based instruction module to train relevant staff to implement discrete trial instruction. Results suggest computer-based instruction is effective, efficient, and a socially valid procedure to use to teach relevant staff to implement discrete trial instruction.
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This article is based on a dissertation submitted by the first author, under the supervision of the second author, at Caldwell University in partial fulfillment for the requirements of a Ph.D. in Applied Behavior Analysis. The authors thank Theresa M. Campanaro for her help with various aspects of this manuscript. Alexandra Campanaro is now at North Jersey Behavioral Health Services.
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1. Evaluates effectiveness and efficiency of computer-based instruction to teach relevant staff to implement discrete trial instruction.
2. Evaluates the social validity of computer-based instruction across participants and board-certified behavior analysts.
3. Demonstrates the effectiveness, efficacy, and social validity of computer-based instruction to teach discrete-trial instruction.
4. Provides asynchronous training strategies to clinicians to increase the likelihood of effective training strategies across human service settings.
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Campanaro, A.M., Vladescu, J.C. Using Computer-Based Instruction to Teach Implementation of Discrete Trial Instruction: A Replication and Extension. Behav Analysis Practice 16, 307–311 (2023). https://doi.org/10.1007/s40617-022-00731-7
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